Can't Make It To SXSW? Listen To Our Mix of Must-See Bands

The next best thing to being at the music festival is jamming out to our music mix.

Next week kicks off the South by Southwest Music Festival, but if you're not going to be soaking up the sun and sounds in Austin, Texas, fear not. We've compiled the best songs from up-and-comers who will be showing off their stuff on stages across the southern town.

Though there are always a handful of old favorites around—this year, Vampire Weekend, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and Fitz and the Tantrum will be performing—this year brings hundreds of indie bands you'll want to know ASAP. From the dance-worthy tunes by Bastille and Zak Waters to mellow slow jams by Rhye and Night Beds, rocking out to our playlist is almost as fun as seeing the shows live. And best of all, you won't have to fight through the crowds to hear 'em!